Nikon Coolpix A vs Fujifilm XQ2

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Nikon Coolpix A vs Fujifilm XQ2

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APS-C 368.2mm²
16.2 megapixels
28.00mm (35mm eq.)

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2/3 inch 58.1mm²
12.0 megapixels
25.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Fujifilm XQ2 Review.

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Differences

Nikon Coolpix A advantages over Fujifilm XQ2

Larger sensor
APS-C vs 2/3 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 4.79 vs 2.20 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
Hot shoe
Hot shoe vs None
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
More pixels
16.2 vs 12.0 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Bulb shutter
Bulb vs No bulb
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Higher extended ISO
25600 vs 12800 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Fujifilm XQ2 advantages over Nikon Coolpix A

Focus peaking
Peaker vs Non-peaker
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Less expensive
$400 vs $1100 (MSRP)
Save money for lenses or accessories
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Larger lens aperture
f/1.8 vs f/2.8
Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
More telephoto lens reach
100 mm vs 28 mm
Capture objects farther away
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Lighter weight
206g vs 298g
Lighter weight
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Wider angle lens
25 mm vs 28 mm
Capture more of the scene
Doesn't require an AA filter
Yes vs No
A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos
Faster shutter
1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Internal flash
Both provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Eye-level viewfinder
Neither provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Touchscreen
Neither provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Review Excerpt

Solid alloy body with true twin-dial design; Smaller, lighter, and cheaper than most direct competitors; Excellent image quality, even when compared to interchangeable-lens cameras; Numerous accessories expand upon its capabilities.
Fixed prime lens is not for everybody; Ergonomics could be better; Performance is spotty; Built-in flash is rather weak; Battery life is quite modest.
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The Competition

Compared to Nikon P300

Nikon Coolpix A

Nikon P300

$1097
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$330
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive
Larger lens aperture

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Nikon P300

Fujifilm XQ2

Nikon P300

$200
2/3 inch

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$330
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive

Compare Fujifilm XQ2 vs Nikon P300

Compared to Leica X2

Nikon Coolpix A

Leica X2

$1097
APS-C

Less expensive
Shoots 24p video

$1499
APS-C

More telephoto lens reach
Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Leica X2

Fujifilm XQ2

Leica X2

$200
2/3 inch

Focus peaking
Less expensive

$1499
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm XQ2 vs Leica X2

Compared to Olympus XZ-10

Nikon Coolpix A

Olympus XZ-10

$1097
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$299
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Olympus XZ-10

Fujifilm XQ2

Olympus XZ-10

$200
2/3 inch

Slower slow-motion
Focus peaking

$299
1/2.3 inch

Touchscreen
More telephoto lens reach

Compare Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus XZ-10

Compared to Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Nikon Coolpix A

Leica X-E (Typ 102)

$1097
APS-C

Less expensive
Shoots 24p video

$1534
APS-C

More telephoto lens reach
Has anti-aliasing filter

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Fujifilm XQ2

Leica X-E (Typ 102)

$200
2/3 inch

Focus peaking
Less expensive

$1534
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm XQ2 vs Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Compared to Fujifilm X70

Nikon Coolpix A

Fujifilm X70

$1097
APS-C

Bigger JPEG buffer
Bigger RAW buffer

$699
APS-C

Focus peaking
Touchscreen

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Fujifilm X70

Fujifilm XQ2

Fujifilm X70

$200
2/3 inch

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Larger lens aperture

$699
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm XQ2 vs Fujifilm X70

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